In an effort to maintain safe roads in Brandon and in continuation of the efforts of the Speed Reduction Pilot Project, the City of Brandon has installed two new traffic calming measures to aid in the enforcement of a reduced speed limit. A pair of chicanes, which is a horizontal traffic control measure, have been installed at the intersection of Durum Drive and Neepawa Drive. A mini roundabout has been installed at the intersection of Princess Avenue East and Douglas Street. The traffic calming installed is of a temporary nature and while it is not meant to be a permanent solution, their placement will help in decision making about any permanent traffic calming that should be installed as a part of a capital project. The use of traffic calming in conjunction with a reduced speed limit helps the City achieve compliance with set speed limits. These intersections will be tested with various traffic monitoring devices and local enforcement to ensure that they are working as intended. “The new traffic calming measures are the next steps to achieve Vision Zero by using the safe systems approach to road safety” says Sam van Huizen, City of Brandon Traffic & Transportation Planner. “We understand that these changes may be difficult for motorists who use these areas, however, the City is committed to fostering a safe roadway for all road users and we ask for everyone to drive safely and ensure that everyone makes it safely home.” About the Speed Reduction Pilot Project In December 2021 at the recommendation of Council, the Engineering Department implemented a reduced speed zone along Durum Drive between 26th Street and Aberdeen Avenue as a starting point to test compliance with a reduced speed zone with signage only. The pilot project was expanded in the Spring of 2023 to incorporate the entire Parkdale Neighbourhood, River Heights Neighbourhood, Princess Avenue East, and the local streets that surround Rideau Park.

The Operation Red Nose Campaign Kickoff was held today at CAA Brandon (305B - 18th Street N). Several sponsors and volunteers were on hand to help spread the message throughout Brandon. The campaign kicks off this weekend! Friday, Nov. 24th & Sat. Nov. 25th and runs every Friday & Saturday evening as well as New Years Eve. This year, ORN celebrates its 40th year of operation across Canada and 25th year here in Brandon. The campaign helps keep the roads safer throughout the holiday season when people are out celebrating with family and friends. ORN runs on a donation and volunteer basis. All donated funds stay local and are allocated to youth sports initiatives.  To become a volunteer please pick up an application form at CAA Brandon 305 - 18th Street North, Murray Chev Cadillac at 1500 Richmond Ave, or Western Nations Gas Bar 1725 - 18th Street North.  NOTE: Your completed Criminal Record Check forms must be dropped off with 2 pieces of photocopied ID, 1 must be government issued with your picture E.g. drivers License, Passport at Brandon Police Services 1020 Victoria Avenue Brandon. To book a ride home during this holiday season, call Operation Red Nose at 204-728-NOSE, that's 204-728-6673 and a team of three volunteer drives will arrive to pick up you and your group and get you and your vehicle home safely.

On November 18th, 2023, at approximately 9:30 pm, police responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in the 100 blk of 13th Street. Police discovered that the front door of the residence had been smashed out and the individual responsible had fled the area. Police later located the individual responsible and as a result a 24 year old Brandon man was arrested and charged with Mischief Under $ 5000.00.

On Friday night, Police responded to a residence in the west-end of the city for a disturbance between a male and a female. While members were speaking with the male outside of the residence, the female suspect exited the residence and approached Police. She began fighting with the Police members and spit on one of the officers. The 27 year-old female was arrested for Assault Police Officer and was later released from Police custody. She is scheduled to appear in Court in January.

Crossing the Line - Brandon's Transitional Housing Fundraising Event was held in the Wheat City on Thursday evening featuring a roast of Brandon City Mayor Jeff Fawcett. The event, held at the Victoria Inn, was presented by the John Howard Society of Brandon in support of their efforts to raise the final million dollars required to construct a 24-unit transitional housing project here in Brandon. The amiable Frank McGwire was the host for the evening which also featured a dunk tank, silent auction, live auction, and more. For more information on the project, please click this link.